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MGA Larry K. Wilson Transnational Awards recognize the accomplishment judged to be the most significant and effective in fulfilling one or more of the transnational goals and objectives of Member and Geographic Activities (MGA) as related to transnational activities. This award is made in memory of Dr. Larry K. Wilson.

Nita K. Patel (R1), New Hampshire Section For distinguished contributions to IEEE global activities through the creation, development, and implementation of the inaugural IEEE Women in Engineering International Leadership Conference, a comprehensive, multi-year strategic business plan, and for expanding the global reach of the IEEE Women in Engineering mission to inspire, engage, and advance women in technology.

Mini Thomas (R10), Delhi Section For outstanding innovation and leadership in IEEE member and student member development and engagement, global dissemination of the IEEE message, and collaboration across organizational units.

Roland J. Saam (R8), U.K. & Rep. of Ireland SectionFor exemplary service and significant contributions over many years, particularly developing and maintaining the distinctive IEEE Region 8 News, which fosters collaboration and engagement across three continents.

Elya B. Joffe (R8), Israel SectionFor outstanding contribution to enhancement of the transnational character of IEEE through promotion of conferences, membership and chapter development on a regional and global basis.

Hans J. Schmitt (R8), Germany SectionFor exemplary contributions in providing fiscal and financial leadership to the geographic units within Africa, Europe, Greenland, Iceland, the Republics of the former USSR, and the Near and Middle East.

1999Joel B. Snyder (R1)For his long term commitment to expanding IEEE activities available to members outside of the United States and in particular for his efforts to bring the spectrum of career oriented activities to the members of Regions 7 through 10.

1998Erling Hesla and Kao Chen (R6)For creating and implementing an innovative technical and administrative partnership program to promote IEEE globalization.

1997Michel Lecours (R7)For distinguished contributions to IEEE Canada and the worldwide Engineering Community as Editor of the Canadian Electrical and Computers Engineering Journal.

1996Vijay K. Bhargava (R7)For promoting the integration of Regional and Technical Activities worldwide, and for setting an example on the process.

1995Luis T. Gandia (R9)A full professional life dedicated to serving and stimulating others, through his example, to live and support the principles and ideals of the IEEE.

1994Jim Vasseleu (R10)For more than 20 years of dedicated services, encouraging expansion & development of IEEE in Region 10.

1993Forrest L. Staffanson (R6)For outstanding contributions to enhancement of the transnational character of IEEE through dedicated and extensive work on the IEEE Admissions and Advancement Committee and on the Recognized Educational Program Subcommittee.

1992Robert T. H. Alden (R7)For exceptional leadership in the promotion of electronic mail worldwide and promoting IEEE as a leader in the use of communications technology.

1991Robert C. Winton (R8)For continuing and exemplary efforts in providing a transnational dimension to numerous IEEE activities and for unique contributions to the SC '90 program.

1990Charles R. Wright (R5)For innovative leadership in the simulation and promotion of Student Professional Awareness Conferences throughout the World.

1989G.H. Byford (R8)For creative innovation in the editing, production, and management of the Region 8 News, thus improving communication and member service in Region 8.

1988H. Kalyanasunaram (R10)For effective leadership which resulted in the formation of a significant number of new Student Branches in India.

1987Jacob Baal-Schem (R8)For Initiation, Guidance and Enhancement of the MELECON Series of Conferences.